Engineer, Product Design Engineering (New Graduate / 0-2 Years Experience)

Company Description

The future. It’s on you. You & Western Digital.

We’ve been storing the world’s data for more than 50 years. Once, it was the most important thing we could do for data. Now we’re helping the world capture, preserve, access and transform data in a way only we can.

The most game-changing companies, consumers, professionals, and governments come to us for the technologies and solutions they need to capture, preserve, access, and transform their data.

But we can’t do it alone. Today’s exceptional data challenges require your exceptional skills. It’s You & Us. Together, we’re the next big thing in data. 
 
Western Digital® data-centric solutions are found under the G-Technology™, HGST, SanDisk®, Tegile™, Upthere™, and WD® brands.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible in Head-Disk-Interface Integration related work for product improvement (yield/quality/test time)

• Responsible in Head-Disk-Interface Integration related work for product improvement (yield/quality/test time)
• Lead and manage Head-Disk-Interface (HDI) integration efforts aimed at improving product yield, quality, and test time
• Support tribology improvement initiatives in sustaining products to enhance performance and longevity
• Actively engage in the early ramp-up of HAMR (Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording) products, driving improvements related to tribology and related areas
  Conduct failure analysis, providing insightful feedback to relevant teams for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with FJ HDI Development, HDIFW and Head/Media teams to enhance product detectability and meet quality standards
• Partner with Head/Media teams to optimize processes, focusing on yield, quality, cost, and supply chain efficiency
• Support the qualification process for Head & Media Engineering Changes (ECs)

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering
• 0 - 2  years experience in  programming for data analytics (Python, C++, SQL)

PREFERRED:

• Knowledge of HDD failure analysis, reliability, HDD components, processes, and technologies.
• Familiarity with quality management practices in the HDD industry.

SKILLS:

• Strong communication skills in English and the ability to collaborate effectively with a global team.
• Proficient in basic analytical tools (e.g., Excel, JMP, Minitab).
• Strong problem-solving, creativity, flexibility, and initiative.
• Leadership abilities and a positive, proactive mindset.
• Good presentation skills (Animation, Video editor)

Additional Information

WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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